Subaru Crosstrek Service Manual: Inspection

Subaru Crosstrek Service Manual / Drive shaft system / Rear drive shaft / Inspection

DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM > Rear Drive Shaft

INSPECTION

Check the removed parts for damage, wear, corrosion etc. Repair or replace if defective.

• DOJ (Double Offset Joint):

Check for seizure, corrosion, damage, wear and excessive play.

• BJ (Bell Joint):

Check for seizure, corrosion, damage and excessive play.

• EBJ (High-Efficiency Compact Ball Fixed Joint):

Check for seizure, corrosion, damage and excessive play.

• Shaft:

Check for excessive bending, twisting, damage and wear.

• Boot:

Check for wear, warping, breakage and scratches.

• Grease:

Check for discoloration and fluidity.

Disassembly

DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM > Rear Drive ShaftDISASSEMBLY1. Remove the outer race (DOJ) from the shaft assembly.CAUTION:Be careful not to damage the boot.(1) Using a flat tip screwdriver or pliers, loosen t ...

Installation

DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM > Rear Drive ShaftINSTALLATION1. Replace the rear differential side oil seal. Rear Differential Side Oil Seal > REPLACEMENT">NOTE:After pulling out the drive shaft as ...

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Removal
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